Freelance Quantity Surveyor

Freelance Quantity Surveyor – Civils Works (Major UK DNO Framework)

Location:

Wakefield (Hybrid Working Available)
Engagement:
Long-Term and Short-Term Contracts Available
Client:
Major UK Distribution Network Operator (DNO)

The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Freelance Quantity Surveyor to support delivery of civils works for a major UK DNO, including foundations, access roads, drainage, and earthworks for substations and associated network infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

* Manage assigned civils projects under NEC contracts, ensuring compliance and commercial governance.

* Administer compensation events, variations, and change control procedures.

* Prepare, submit, and agree interim valuations and final accounts.

* Provide commercial advice to project and operational teams.

* Maintain accurate and auditable commercial records.

Cost Control & Reporting

* Produce cost forecasts and cost-to-complete reports for civils works.

* Monitor budgets and track commercial performance.

* Identify and escalate commercial risks and opportunities.

* Prepare structured reports for senior stakeholders and client representatives.

Supply Chain & Stakeholder Engagement

* Assess and manage subcontractor applications and performance.

* Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and planners to align objectives.

* Interface with client representatives on civils commercial matters.

Candidate Profile
Essential:
Quantity surveying experience in civils works (foundations, access roads, drainage, earthworks), NEC contract knowledge, cost management and valuation expertise.
Desirable: RICS/CIOB/ICES accreditation, DNO or utility civils experience, understanding of infrastructure civils cost structures.

Additional Information

* Long-Term and Short-Term Contracts Available

* Hybrid Working Available

* Based out of Wakefield